3 free GPS audio walking routes with expert narration.
Through two islands in New York Harbor, we explore the intersection of America's 'ideal' (freedom) and the 'reality' (judgment) of millions of immigrants. The central theme of this course is 'What does a nation celebrate and what does it classify?'
Stops on this walk: Statue of Liberty — Main Viewpoint · Statue Pedestal & Base Area · Statue of Liberty Museum · Ellis Island Ferry Landing · Ellis Island Main Building (Exterior) · Great Hall (Registry Room) · Inspection Process Areas (Medical & Legal) · Ellis Island Immigration Museum Galleries.
~150–180 min · 2.5 km · 9 stops · free GPS audio, no app or sign-up.
The square mile where America was sworn in and capitalized — Trinity's spire, the Stock Exchange, Washington's oath, and the great bridge.
Stops on this walk: Charging Bull & Bowling Green · Trinity Church · Federal Hall & the Stock Exchange · South Street Seaport · Brooklyn Bridge Walkway.
~110 min · 2.9 km · 5 stops · free GPS audio, no app or sign-up.
Three kilometers from Capitol dome to Lincoln's chair — the axis where America legislates, remembers and marches.
Stops on this walk: U.S. Capitol (West Front) · Smithsonian Castle & Museum Row · Washington Monument · Reflecting Pool & War Memorials · Lincoln Memorial.
~130 min · 3.8 km · 5 stops · free GPS audio, no app or sign-up.